2008 KIA Sorento warning

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Glove box
The glove box can be locked and
unlocked with a master key.
To open the glove box, make sure it is
unlocked, then pull the handle and the
glove box will automatically open. Close
the glove box after use.
Sunglass holder
A sunglass storage compartment is pro-
vided on the overhead console. To open
the sunglass holder, press the cover and
the holder will slowly open. Place your
sunglasses in the compartment door with
the lenses facing out. Push to close.
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CAUTION
Since key is not fully inserted into
the glove box key set, do not apply
excessive force. Doing so may dam-
age the parts.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury in an
accident or sudden stop, always
keep the glove box door closed
while driving.
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CAUTION
Make sure the sunglass holder is
closed while driving.
Type A
Type B

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Rear (if equipped)
You can open the rear ashtray by pulling
it out by its top edge. To remove the ash-
tray to empty or clean it, push the tab
inside and pull it all the way out.
Cup holder
WARNING- Ashtray use
• Do not use the vehicle’s ashtrays
as waste receptacles.
• Putting lit cigarettes or matches
in an ashtray with other com-
bustible materials may cause a
fire.WARNING-Hot liquids
• Do not place uncovered cups of
hot liquid in the cup holder while
the vehicle is in motion. If the hot
liquid spills, you could be burned.
Such a burn to the driver could
cause a loss of control of the
vehicle.
• To reduce the risk of personal
injury in the event of sudden stop
or collision, do not place uncov-
ered or insecure bottles, glasses,
cans, etc., in the cup holder while
the vehicle is in motion.
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Sunshade
The sunshade will be opened with the
glass panel automatically when the glass
panel is slid. After closing the glass panel
the sunshade will only close manually.
In case of an emergency
Type A (without multi-meter)
If the sunroof does not open electrically:
1. Remove the interior light lens by using
a flat blade screwdriver.
2. Remove the two (2) screws, and then
remove the overhead console.
3. Insert the emergency handle (provided
with the vehicle) and turn the handle
clockwise to open or counterclockwise
to close.
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CAUTION
• Do not press any sunroof control
button longer than necessary.
Damage to the motor or system
components could occur.
• Periodically remove any dirt that
may accumulate on the guide rail.
• If you try to open the sunroof
when the temperature is below
freezing or when the sunroof is
covered with snow or ice, the
glass or the motor could be dam-
aged.
• The sunroof is made to slide
together with sunshade. Do not
leave the sunshade closed while
the sunroof is open.
WARNING - Sunroof
• Do not extend face or arms out-
side through the sunroof opening
while driving.
• Make sure hand and face are
safely out of the way before clos-
ing a sunroof.

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To keep items from shifting in the cargo
area, you can use the four rings located
in the cargo area to attach the luggage
net.
LUGGAGE NET (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
To avoid eye injury, DO NOT over-
stretch the netting, allowing it to
possibly snap back into your face.
DO NOT use the luggage net when
the strap has visible signs of wear
or damage.
CAUTION
Do not put fragile, bulky or an
excessive quantity of items into
luggage net. They could be dam-
aged.
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Use the tonneau cover to hide items
stored in the cargo area.To use the rear shade of the tonneau
cover, pull the handle backward and
insert the edges into the slots.
TONNEAU COVER (IF EQUIPPED)
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WARNING
• Do not place objects on the ton-
neau cover. Such objects may be
thrown about inside the vehicle
and possibly injure vehicle occu-
pants during an accident or when
braking.
• Never allow anyone to ride in the
luggage compartment. It is
designed for luggage only.
• Maintain the balance of the vehi-
cle and locate the weight as far
forward as possible.
CAUTION
Since the tonneau cover may be
damaged or malformed, do not put
the luggage on it when it is used.

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WARNING
• The following specification is the
maximum weight that can be
loaded onto the roof rack.
Distribute the load as evenly as
possible on the roof rack and
secure the load firmly.
• The vehicle center of gravity will
be higher when items are loaded
onto the roof rack. Avoid sudden
starts, braking,sharp turns,
abrupt maneuvers or high speeds
that may result in loss of vehicle
control or rollover causing an
accident.
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•Always drive slowly and turn cor-
ners carefully when carrying
items on the roof rack. Severe
wind updrafts, caused by passing
vehicles or natural causes, can
cause sudden upward pressure
on items loaded on the roof rack.
This is especially true when car-
rying large, flat items such as
wood panels or mattresses. This
could cause the items to fall off
the roof rack and cause damage
to your vehicle or those around
you.
• To prevent damage or loss of
cargo while driving, check fre-
quently before or while driving to
make sure the items on the roof
rack are securely fastened.CAUTION
• If the vehicle has a sunroof, do
not position the roof rack loads
so that they could interfere with
the sunroof.
• Loading cargo or luggage above
specification on the roof rack may
damage your vehicle.
ROOF 45 kg (100 lbs.)
RACK EVENLY DISTRIBUTED

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Solution:
Use your audio system's Scan function to
automatically search for and select
another radio station with good signal
strength.
Problem:
Interference caused by cellular
phones and 2-way radios
Operating cellular phones and 2-way
radios inside or within close proximity of
your car may interfere with your radio
reception. You may hear static, clicks,
sounds or other types of white noise from
your speakers.
Solution:
Cease operation of cellular phone or 2-
way radios. Alternatively, move away
from your car. The interference to your
radio reception should be reduced.Caring for your Audio System
Your audio system contains sophisticat-
ed electronics and precision-engineered
parts and components that are not user-
serviceable. To ensure trouble-free oper-
ation, please observe the following pre-
cautions:
1. General Use and Operation
Your audio system contains precision
electronic components that are tempera-
ture-, moisture-, and static-sensitive. You
should take care not to subject your
audio system to extremes in tempera-
tures or moisture. For example, if you
have parked your car in the sun, the inte-
rior of the car could be very hot. Ventilate
the car to reduce the interior temperature
before trying to operate the audio sys-
tem.
Never try to insert anything other than
properly formatted CDs into the CD play-
er. Foreign objects can cause the deli-
cate mechanism to jam and render your
CD player unusable. You must also follow
the instructions displayed on your audio
system's LCD screen.
For example, if your audio system is dis-
playing "Wait", you should never try to
force-load a CD into the CD player.
WARNING
• Your car's electrical systems con-
tain sensitive electronics compo-
nents. Interference from cellular
phones, 2-way radios and other
transmitting devices could
adversely affect the safe opera-
tion of your vehicle. This could
compromise the safety of both
the driver and other passengers
in the vehicle.
• When using cellular phones,2-
way radios and other transmitting
devices in your vehicle, always
use a separate external antenna.
For restrictions on the use of
communications and transmitting
devices, please consult the rele-
vant product documentation.
• Local laws may prohibit the use
of cellular phones while driving. If
you need to make or answer a call
while driving, please s
top the
vehicle in a safe place before pro-
ceeding.

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Ignition switch / 4-2
Starting the engine / 4-4
Automatic transmission / 4-5
Four wheel drive (4WD) / 4-10
Limited slip differential / 4-19
Brake system / 4-20
Steering wheel / 4-25
Cruise control system / 4-27
Electronic stability control / 4-30
Rear parking assist system / 4-33
Instrument cluster / 4-36
Gauges / 4-37
Warnings and indicators / 4-39
Multi-meter / 4-45
Lighting / 4-51
Wipers and washers / 4-54
Defroster / 4-57
Hazard warning flasher / 4-58
Manual climate control system / 4-59
Automatic climate control system / 4-66
Windshield defrosting and defogging / 4-75
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